Judy Bloom-Miracle was a Bluffton school bus driver
Judith A. Bloom-Miracle, 75, of Findlay and formerly of Bluffton died Dec. 6, 2020, at her residence.
Judy was born Aug. 4, 1945, in Columbus, Ohio, to the late Raymond and Cathryn (Barry) Minnig. On April 27, 1963, she married Richard Bloom and he preceded her in death on Dec. 1, 2010. She later married Benjamin Miracle on April 20, 2013. and he survives.
Judy graduated from Lima Senior High School. She was a homemaker and drove school bus driver for Bluffton schools. Judy was a member of the Bluffton Presbyterian Church. She enjoyed going on walks, swimming and dancing.
Survivors include her husband, Benjamin Miracle of Findlay; a sonCraig Bloom of Miller City; a daughter, Tammy Pingle of Lima; three step-children; three grandchildren, Josh Stewart, Chris Bloom, and Haley Bloom; several great-grandchildren and a brother, Barry Minnig of Florida.
A memorial service will be held at a later date.
Memorial contributions may be made to the charity of the donor's choice.
Condolences may be expressed to the family at www.chiles-lamanfh.com.
Chiles-Laman Funeral & Cremation Services - Bluffton, is handling arrangements.
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